Best 3 Best Ever Banana Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of delectable banana pudding recipes. These classic Southern desserts are a symphony of creamy custard, luscious bananas, and crispy vanilla wafers, guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings. From traditional family recipes to innovative twists, our selection offers something for every palate. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect banana pudding, including tips for a velvety custard filling, perfectly ripe bananas, and the ideal layering technique. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a funfetti-filled extravaganza, our recipes will guide you through each step, ensuring a delightful and unforgettable dessert that will be the star of any gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST EVER BANANA PUDDING



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This recipe was given to me by my mother-n-law. She makes it every Christmas and Thanksgiving. It just isn't the holidays without it!!! We have it sometimes throughout the year as well. My children and husband just love it!!!

Provided by Mom-of-Four

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3 1/2 ounce) box vanilla instant pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant banana pudding mix
3 1/2 cups milk
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip
3 bananas, chopped
6 ounces vanilla wafers (about 40 cookies)

Steps:

  • Pour the two boxes of pudding mix and the milk into a large bowl. Using an electric mixer, mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Add the condensed milk and mix well.
  • Next add the cool whip and whip it together.
  • Line the bottom of a large bowl or container with nilla wafers and a layer of bananas. Next add some of the pudding mixture.
  • Layer this way until all the pudding is used.
  • Top with more nilla wafers.
  • Let chill for a couple of hours before serving.

BEST BANANA PUDDING EVER



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I took a regular banana pudding recipe and add some things that make it better. This is my own recipe.

Provided by Wilma Duve

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 8-oz pkg cream cheese, room temperature
1 14-oz can(s) sweetened condensed milk
1 large box vanilla instant pudding mix
3 c cold milk
1 small pkg banana instant pudding mix
1 16oz container cool whip, thawed
4 bananas sliced
1 pkg vinalla wafers

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, condensed milk, mix unitl smooth. Add the milk and the large box of vanilla pudding and mix until smooth, fold in 1/2 of the cool whip
  • 2. Layer wafers in a 9"x13" pan and top with sliced bananas. Spread 1/2 of the pudding mix over top of the wafers and banans. To the other 1/2 of the pudding mix add 1/2 of the banana instant pudding mix and mix well.
  • 3. Put wafers and bananas on top of pudding mix and add the rest of the pudding over top of the wafers and bananas and spread until even. Put pan in the refrigerater until set. Before taking the pudding out of the refrigerater take the rest of the cool whip and add the other 1/2 of the banana instant pudding mix and mix well. Take pudding from refrigerater and spread over top of pudding mix. Then if there is any cookies left crush them up and spread the crumbs over top of the cool whip. Keep in refrigerater until ready to serve.

BEST EVER BANANA PUDDING



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This is totally different from "Southern" banana pudding that needs to be baked and has meringue on it. This is not baked!We've been making it for years, and it's always a hit!

Provided by Krys Furniss

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg cream cheese (8-oz. block)
1 pt whipping cream
1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk (14-oz)
1/2 box instant french vanilla or vanilla pudding mix (small box)
1/2 box instant banana or banana cream pudding mix (small box)
1 pinch pure vanilla extract
5 ripe bananas
1/2 box vanilla wafers
1 container of cool whip

Steps:

  • 1. Soften cream cheese block to room temperature. In large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with condensed milk. Add pinch of vanilla, and instant pudding mixes. Set aside.
  • 2. Slice bananas thinly, and drizzle with lemon juice to keep from turning brown.
  • 3. In a small chilled bowl, beat whipping cream on high speed with sugar, until stiff peaks start to form. If you can't chill your bowl, put the carton of whipping cream in the freezer for about 10 minutes before this step.
  • 4. Stir bananas into pudding mixture. Fold whipped cream into pudding.
  • 5. In large serving bowl, put a layer of whole vanilla wafers on bottom. Add a layer of pudding. Crumble some vanilla wafers on top of pudding, and add whole wafers around the edges of the bowl, if desired. Continue pudding & wafer layers until pudding is gone. Add Cool Whip to the top. Chill & serve.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your pudding will be. If your bananas are not ripe enough, you may need to add more sugar or sweetener to the recipe.
  • Don't overcook the pudding: The pudding should be cooked until it is just thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. If you overcook it, the pudding will become rubbery.
  • Use a variety of cookies: You can use any type of cookie you like in this recipe, but vanilla wafers, Nilla Wafers, and graham crackers are all popular choices.
  • Chill the pudding before serving: This will help the pudding to set and make it easier to slice.
  • Serve the pudding with your favorite toppings: Some popular choices include whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, and fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Banana pudding is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy, sweet, and flavorful filling, it is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or gathering. So next time you have some ripe bananas on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try!

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